Pueblos Mágicos - Pueblos Mágicos

A Mexican one Pueblo Magico is a place that you are pleasantly surprised by as a visitor, because the place is well-kept, because the residents are proud of their customs, because they keep their historical buildings in order, because there are good transport links to this place, because the people are proud of their specialty cuisine because the place is quite simply “enchanting”. In order for a village to have such characteristics, its residents usually need competent help, and this help is supposed to be provided by the “Pueblos Mágicos” tourism program.

The program

The Mexican is responsible for the Pueblos Mágicos program Secretaria de Turismo (SECTURE). It is the political "secretariat (government) for tourism" in Mexico. There are sub-sections for "Tourism Actions", "Tourism Planning" and "Innovation and Quality"

The Pueblos Mágicos program was launched in 2001 and had the task of encouraging smaller cities to show their visitors the beauty of their nature, their cultural wealth, their folklore, their cuisine and their handicrafts. The tourism managers have realized that sun and sand are not enough for a good tourism concept. Therefore, the places in the Pueblos Magicos program should show that they are unique and historically significant and that they can offer their visitors magical, magical experiences.

So far so good. Somehow we already know it, just under a different name. In Germany, the competition “Our village should become more beautiful” was launched in 1961 and was deliberately aimed at villages and small towns. But somehow it didn't quite work out: just adding more flowers, a few sheep and horses didn't make life in a village community any more attractive. The competition has since been renamed “Our village has a future” and the objective is moving away from a flower competition to improving the living space. It is questionable whether such a competition can even achieve that, but at least one tries again and again.

Something similar happened in Mexico. The program started in 2001, but after 9 years it was time to make some improvements. This included an increase in financial resources. This created some new jobs, at least in the tourism sector. In some ecotourism programs such a contribution was made for the entire region. In 2019, however, this again proved to be insufficient: without further allocation of funds, the program would not have continued. For the time being, however, it will continue with some grants. At the moment the focus is more on smaller, unknown places.

criteria

A village community can apply for this program

• if the village has good transport links
• if it is close to a major tourist destination
• if it has historical or religious significance
• when the population and the city administration are ready to cooperate.

The participating communities are usually not particularly large, so they are supported in promoting and modernizing SECTUR.

Pueblos Mágicos

The thing about uniqueness is not that easy. Almost every parish has a beautiful town hall, of course also a church (late baroque or in the style of the Churriguerism), also a market hall or a hacienda. And most of the buildings are built in the colonial style anyway. There is not much that is unique to be found there, not even on the beautiful beaches on the Mayan Riviera. Ecotourism is no longer really unique either. First of all, one after the other.

No.	picture	place	State	Year of award	particularities
1		Huasca de Ocampo	Hidalgo	2001	Colonial-style buildings, charming landscape, museum with horse manes
2		Real de Catorce	San Luis Potosí	2001	Location of the film "Mexican" (with Julia Roberts and Brad Pitt) On October 4th, thousands of pilgrimages to the Church of the Immaculate Conception each year.
3		Taxco	Guerrero	2002	Former silver city. Annual folk festival "Feria de la Plata" in November. Late baroque church of Santa Prisca,
4		Tepotzotlán	México	2002	Former late baroque Jesuit college. Museo de Virreinato: History of the Viceroyalty of Mexico. The aqueduct outside is well worth seeing Arcos del Sitio
5		Tapalpa	Jalisco	2002	Churches worth seeing. Excursion destinations in the area: the 105 m high waterfall Salto del Nogal a reservoir, the valley of riddles Valle de Enigmas
6		Comala	Colima	2002	Located 25 km south of the Comala volcano. Coffee growing in the area. Bakeries are known for Pan de Comala.
7		Pátzcuaro	Michoacan	2002	The Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Salud is worshiped by indigenous people. In the former monastery Callejuela de los Once Patios handicrafts are offered. The Baile de los viejitos is one of the dances of the indigenous peoples. The fishing boats on Lake Patzcuaro have nets like butterfly wings.
8		Dolores Hidalgo	Guanajuato	2002	On the morning of September 16, 1810, Father Miguel Hidalgo called for a fight against the colonial power of Spain. From here the bloody campaign against the conquering power from Europe started.
9		Ciudad de Cuetzalan	Puebla	2002	Worth seeing Baroque church San Francisco de Asis, festival in honor of the saint in October, demonstration of the Voladores, Temple pyramid of the nearby Yohualichan
10		Izamal	Yucatan	2002	The importance of Izamal goes back to pre-Hispanic times. There are numerous well-preserved buildings. The "P’ap’hol-chaak" pyramid platform was redesigned and a Franciscan monastery was built on it.
11		tequila	Jalisco	2003	The city is primarily known for the drink of the same name. Well-known distilleries are "José Cuervo", "Tequila Sauza" and the "Tequila D'Reyes". The term tequila is protected and can therefore only be used by tequilerías from Jalisco.
12		San Cristobal de las Casas	Chiapas	2003	The village is known for its numerous colonial-style buildings and baroque-style churches. San Cristobal is still the capital of the "Tzotzil" Indios today.
13		Real del Monte	Hidalgo	2004	The locality "Mineral del Monte" was an important mining center. Silver, copper, gold and tin were mined.
14		Parras de la Fuente	Coahuila	2004	Fabrics, primarily denim fabrics, are produced in Parras. The place is known for viticulture. The Parras Valley is the oldest wine-growing region in America. A wine festival is held annually in Parras.
15		Valle de Bravo	México	2005	One of the sights is the promenade on Lake Andaro, where there are good conditions for water sports. Paragliding and ultralight flying are popular. At Valle de Bravo is one of the wintering quarters of the monarch butterfly.
16		Mazamitla	Jalisco	2005	Mazamitla is known for its scenic beauty (= Mexican Switzerland) and for its pine forests, its handicrafts and its folklore make it a Pueblo Mágico.
17		Álamos	Sonora	2005	In Alamos there are always festivals all year round, be it music or be it film festivals. Several episodes of "Telenovelas" have been filmed here. Nature lovers get their money's worth in the "Sierra dos Alamos" nature reserve.
18		Tlalpujahua	Michoacan	2005	Tlalpujahua is known for making Christmas tree decorations. Worth seeing the church Iglesia de San Pedro y San Pablo in the late baroque style, as well as the Iglesia de la Senora de Guadalupe. Gold was mined in the city until 1937.
19		Cosalá	Sinaloa	2005	The city's architecture was based on nature. In addition to the buildings and monuments, the fig trees of Padilla are also worth seeing. Worth mentioning at festivals Day of Santa Ursula on October 21st as well as that Feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe The beginning of December.
20		Bernal	Querétaro	2005	The "Peña de Bernal" is a 433 m high monolith that is revered by the locals. In Bernal there is a mask museum as well as several churches worth seeing.
21		Coatepec	Veracruz	2006	The place Coatepec is because of numerous coffee plantations as Coffee capital of Mexico. Worth seeing the Parque Hidalgo and the old city center with buildings from the 19th century, as well as the Orquidearios.
22		Real de Asientos	Aguascalientes	2006	The main attraction is the colonial cityscape with the parish church Nuestra Señora de Belen. If you like it: there is a figure of Christ made up of human bones. Outside of town is that Ex-Convento del Cristo de Tepozán worth seeing.
23		Cuitzeo del Porvenir	Michoacan	2006	Also in Cuitzeo del Porvenir The main attractions are ecclesiastical buildings, especially the Augustinian convent Santa María Magdalena at the Plaza Mayor. Outside the center is the Indian Church Templo de Hospitalito.
24		Santiago	Nuevo León	2006	Worth seeing: the parish church (Santiago Apóstol), the town hall (Palacio Municipal), a waterfall (Cola de Caballo).
25		Todos Santos	Baja California Sur	2006	The place is on the coast of the Pacific Ocean pretty much exactly on the Tropic of Capricorn. Nice beaches for swimming, shell collecting and surfing, there can also be treacherous currents.
26		Bacalar	Quintana Roo	2006	The main attraction is the Lagoon of the Seven ColorsThe caste war museum in the fortress is also worth seeing San Felipe de Bacalar.
27		Jerez de García Salinas	Zacatecas	2007	Especially worth seeing in the historic city center Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Soledad and the Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción, outside the cemetery Panteón de Dolores with tombs from the 19th century.
28		Huamantla	Tlaxcala	2007	Huamantla is the Mexican center for bullfighting. The "Huamantlada" festival also includes bull runs. At Easter the streets are decorated with colored sawdust. (Alfombras de aserrín)
29		Creel	Chihuahua	2007	Creel is above the Barranca del Cobre on the railway line of the CHEPE and offers a good view of the canyon. A beautiful destination is the scenic "Arareco Lake".
30		Capulálpam de Méndez	Oaxaca	2007	In the townscape you can find winding Indian alleys as well as straight streets of the Spaniards. Worth seeing: Church of San Mateo with high altar in the style of the Churriguerism.
31		Ciudad Mier	Tamaulipas	2007	The place stands on the border with the US state Texas. In 2010, most of the residents fled to the neighboring town because of the threats of violence from the drug war. After the establishment of a military base, the citizens returned. In 2016 Ciudad Mier became the heroic city explained.
32		El Fuerte	Sinaloa	2009	The city serves as the gateway to the popular Barranca de Cobre. It is popular with hunters and fishermen. One problem was the violence of the drug cartels, which had peaked in 2011.
33		Santa Clara del Cobre	Michoacan	2010	The place not far from Lake Pátzcuaro is known for the production and sale of copper goods. The city center is built in colonial style, next to churches from the 19th century that are worth seeing Museo del Cobre.
34		Tepoztlan	Morelos	2010	The place is surrounded by that El Tepozteco National Park, above the place is the pyramid El Tepozteco. Medicinal plants are offered on the market.
35		Tapijulapa	Tabasco	2010	Worth seeing: beautiful townscape, church Templo de Santiago Apóstol from the 17th century, cave Cueva de las sardinas ciegas
36		Palizada	Campeche	2010	Colorful houses around the Plaza Mayor, San Joaquin Church, covered market, bird watching.
37		Jalpan de Serra	Querétaro	2010	Historic city center, parish church Parroquía de Santiago Apóstol, the outlying ones Franciscan Missions in the Sierra Gorda are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
38		Malinalco	México	2010	Several Aztec places of worship, a rock temple, a mountain sanctuary.
39		Zacatlán	Puebla	2011	Colonial cityscape, historical buildings at Parque Central, Church of San Pedro, town hall with arcades, In the vicinity: Tulimán waterfalls, Piedras Encimadas Valley
40		Teúl de González Ortega	Zacatecas	2011	Historic cityscape. church San Juan Bautista, Building Portales Trinidad de Cervantes, Ruins El Teúl.
41		Tlayacapan	Morelos	2011	Pottery center. Right-angled layout of the streets. Ex-convento de San Juan Bautista.
42		Mineral del Chico	Hidalgo	2011	The small town is located in the wooded mountains of the Sierra de Pachuca. Parish Church of the Virgen de la Purísima Concepción. Waterfall nearby.
43		Cadereyta de Montes	Querétaro	2011	As usual: Franciscan Church of San Pedro y San Pablo. Templo de la Soledad. Palacio Municipal. Centro Cultural. In the area: the Quinta Fernando Schmoll is home to an important botanical garden.
44		Tula	Tamaulipas	2011	historic city center, streets and houses based on Central American models, church from the 18th century, pre-Hispanic ruins with a step pyramid.
45		El Oro	México	2011	Gold was found in the middle of the 17th century. The Museo minero presents miners' tools and minerals. church Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, Town hall Palacio Municipal around 1900, theater Juarez Theater,
46		Xico	Veracruz	2011	charming historical cityscape with townscape with straight streets. Iglesia de Santa María Magdalena (17th century), Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción (19th century), coffee plantations, mountain forests and waterfall (Cascada de Texolo)
47		San Sebastian del Oeste	Jalisco	2011	Founded in 1605, ore mining. Ore processing at the Hacienda Jalisco, cultivation of avocados and coffee. Visiting day tourists (cruise ships from Puerto Vallarta).
48		Xilitla	San Luis Potosí	2011	The place has a colonial character, It is located in the Sierra Madre Oriental. Fruit growing, coffee plantations. The Scot Edward James created a surreal-fantastic-looking architecture and sculpture park here between 1947 and 1984.
49		Mineral de Pozos	Guanajuato	2012	Around 1600 mining of minerals until 1880. Ruins of the mining settlement and three blast furnaces from the 18th century. San Pedro Church.
50		Sombrerete	Zacatecas	2012	The city belongs as part of the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Numerous churches. The Sierra de Órganos National Park is only a few km away.
51		Angangueo	Michoacan	2012	Worth seeing is the historical center with the neo-baroque church San Simón Celador. In Angangueo was until the beginning of the 20th century. Ores mined. The surroundings of the place belong to the winter resting places of the monarch butterfly. It is known
52		Cuatrociénegas de Carranza	Coahuila	2012	The place is named after the wetlands in the area. It is known Blue pool (Poza Azul) and the Poza de la Becerra. There is a photo exhibition hall with the flora and fauna of the reserve, viewing platforms and hiking trails.
53		Magdalena de Kino	Sonora	2012	Sights are the church of Santa Maria, the Mausoleo del Padre and the Plaza Jardín Benito Juarez.
54		Pahuatlán	Puebla	2012	The inhabitants of this region have managed to preserve their way of life and their Nahuatl and Otomi traditions. There is traditional embroidery and beadwork at the Sunday market; Fruit, vegetables, coffee, Huaraches and medicinal plants. The festival in honor of Saints Peter and Paul has a tradition of more than 100 years. A specialty is the production of the Amatl | Amatl-Paper that already existed in pre-Hispanic times.
55		Loreto	Baja California Sur	2012	Loreto was founded as a mission by the Jesuits in 1697, as the first and therefore oldest Spanish settlement in all of California. The municipality also includes several islands in the Gulf of California, including Isla Carmen, Isla Coronados, Isla Monserrat and Isla Santa Cruz. Originally a fishing village. today a cosmopolitan place. The Bahía de Loreto National Park was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2005.
56		Valladolid	Yucatan	2012	Notable sights in Valladolid include the colonial cathedral and the Convent of Saint Bernard, the Iglesia de San Servacio in the main square, and the Zenote Zaci, a natural spring with a restaurant.
57		Metepec	México	2012	In Mepetec, the styles of the indigenous artisans mix with those of the Spanish conquerors. There are modern buildings such as the Pan-American Ecology Center or the headquarters of the Mexican radio and television system, as well as colonial buildings, a Franciscan monastery with a baroque church from the 16th century.
58		Chiapa de Corzo	Chiapas	2012	Eye-catching structure: the LaPila fountain, 52n in diameter, 12m high, forms and will be in the shape of a krome La Corona called. North of the city: Parque Nacional del Canyon del Sumidero. The Parachico festival has been celebrated in January since 1711, its dances and melodies have been part of the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2012.
59		Comitán de Domínguez	Chiapas	2012	City center with historical buildings. These include the main square (Parque Central), the churches of Santo Domingo and San José, the Teatro Junchavin and the Museo Arqueológico
60		Huichapan	Hidalgo	2012	In the colonial center is the Iglesia de San Mateo Apóstol, it has a beautiful monolithic monumental cross, next to it the chapels Capilla de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe and the Capilla del Calvario.
61		Tequisquiapan	Querétaro	2012	The church of Santa María de la Asunción is located in the historic city center. At the Plaza Hidalgo the town hall with its arcades (portales), in the Parque La Pila the remains of a Spanish aqueduct.
62		Batopilas	Chihuahua	2012	Silver mining by the American Alexander Robey Shepherd, processing in the silver ore smelter Hacienda de San Miguel. In the Batopilas Canyon the church of the Misión de Satevó, one of the most beautiful colonial buildings in the region.
63		Chignahuapan	Puebla	2012	Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol. Franciscan church from the 16th century Chignahuapan lagoon, also Almoloya lagoon, Plaza de armas with Palacio Municipal (town hall) and a pavilion ("Kiosco") In the vicinity there are thermal baths and the Salto de Quetzalapan waterfall.
64		San Pedro y San Andrés	Puebla	2012	Cholula was a popular pilgrimage destination before the Conquista. The great pyramid of Cholula is still one of the largest sacred buildings in the world. Cholula is still a holy city because it has 38 churches, which according to legend have 365 domes together. The church of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios towers over the city. The most important churches in Mexico also include Santa María Tonantzintla and San Francisco Acatepec in the San Andrés Cholula area.
65		Pinos	Zacatecas	2012	The historic core of the small town has been part of the town since 2010 UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro. The most important buildings in the city are located in the main square (Plaza de Armas). The Church of San Matías was started at the end of the 17th century. Its late baroque facade in the style of churriguerism is one of the main attractions of the city.
66		Lagos de Moreno	Jalisco	2012	Lagos de Moreno has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro since 2010. In the old town you will find numerous buildings from the colonial era, but in some cases they were only completed after the country gained independence. The many baroque or classicist churches and the old bridge in the city should be emphasized.
67		Tacámbaro	Michoacan	2012	Tacámbaro's attractions are its natural landscapes, which include Cerro Hueco Ecological Park, La Alberca volcanic crater, Arroyo Frío Spa, and La Magdalena lagoon. The Manantial Water Park is artificially created. Notable buildings are the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Fatima and the Chapel of Santa María Magdalena. Tacámbaro is avocado land and the cultivation and marketing of these fruits is an economic mainstay of the community.
68		Calvillo	Aguascalientes	2012	Calvillo is the largest guava producer in Mexico and is famous for its excellent confectionery and liqueurs made from these fruits, which can be tasted at the guava fair in the first week of December. Calvillo is also known as the world capital of guava.
69		Nochistlán	Zacatecas	2012	Until the 19th century. ores were mined here. Meanwhile, the focus is on agriculture as well as fruit and vegetable cultivation (beans, chillies, tomatoes, prickly pears, peaches, pears, figs, etc.) The churches of San Francisco de Asís, San Sebastián and San José, the El Parián market hall, the aqueduct are worth seeing Los Arcos, the statue of Chief Tenamaxtle
70		Jiquilpan de Juarez	Michoacan	2012	Jiquilpan is considered the city of Jacarandas and was one of the most important silk producers in Mexico. Worth seeing: Biblioteca Pública Gabino Ortiz, Bosques Cuauhtémoc y Juárez, Casa de Piedra, Ex Convento Franciscano, Fuente de la Aguadora, Jardín Colón, several churches and the Zona Arqueológica Otero.
71		Tlatlauquitepec	Puebla	2012	Agricultural region, cultivation of corn and beans, cattle breeding. Central Plaza del Mayor. Former monastery church of the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción on the outskirts
72		Tzintzuntzan	Michoacan	2012	There are five semicircular pyramids or pyramids on a hill above Lake Pátzouaro. Yacatas from pre-Hispanic times, on them were temples of the Purépecha people. The main attraction of the city is the former monastery of San Francisco from the 16th / 17th century. JH.
73		Mapimí	Durango	2012	There are still a number of colonial-style houses in the city center. The place and the former mines are part of the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro and have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010.
74		Papantla	Veracruz	2012	The vanilla plant is endemic in the region around Papantla, it was already grown here in pre-Hispanic times. The archaeological site El Tajín, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is well worth a visit. Part of the intangible inheritance is Danza de los Voladores, another dance from Papantla is the Dance of the Guaguas
75		Tecate	Baja California	2012	In addition to its impressive mountains and rock formations, the city is characterized by its colonial style and picturesque landscapes. In addition to the well-known “Cervecería Tecate” brewery, there is a wine route and the winery Cava de Don Juan
76		Arteaga	Coahuila	2012	The city is located in the Sierra Madre Oriental, it is surrounded by pine forests and apple orchards. Because of its snow-capped mountains in winter, the region is considered to be the Switzerland of Mexico. There are sports such as mountain biking, road cycling and mountaineering. Arteaga is currently a large producer of fruits such as apples, quinces and peaches, which are used to make delicious liquors and sweets.
77		Viesca	Coahuila	2012	Up until the 19th century, salt was extracted from a lake here. In the meantime the lake has dried up, hikes or quad tours in the Dunas de Bilbao are now popular attractions. Also worth seeing is the town center Plaza de Armas, Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol and Museo de Arte Sacro.
78		Jalpa de Cánovas	Guanajuato	2012	Worth seeing: the old town with its natural stone streets, the Templo de la Misericordiawho have favourited Plaza Principal.
79		Salvatierra	Guanajuato	2012	The place is located in a scenic area and has a colonial center. In addition to the food industry (dairy products), there is also a textile industry in the region. The old Carmelite convent is well worth seeing Templo del Carmen , Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Luz, the Hacienda de San José del Carmen.
80		Yuriria	Guanajuato	2012	The name "Yuriria" means "lake of blood", the cause are the diverse color reflections of the water. On the territory of the municipality is the "Canal de Taramatacheo", also known as "Laguna de Yuriria", it served to regulate the Lerma River.
81		Xicotepec	Puebla	2012	Worth seeing; the viewpoint "Mirador de la Monumental Virgen de Guadalupe" with a 20 m high statue, Museo Casa Carranza, Parroquia de San Juan Bautista, Centro Botánico El Ángel de tu Salud, Cascada de Tlaxcalantongo
82		Jala	Nayarit	2012	Jala is a predominantly agricultural place, the main crops are maize, sorghum, peanuts, sugar cane and fruit. There is also cattle breeding. The main place of tourist interest is the Ceboruco volcano. It is accessed from the main road via an 18 km stone-paved road. The crater is 3 km from the end of the road. The last eruption was in 1872.
83		El Rosario	Sinaloa	2012	The city is famous for the altar in the city church Iglesia de Nuestra Señora. Other places of interest: Museo de Minería, Museo Lola Beltrán, Laguna del Iguanero. Rosario was the richest city in northwestern Mexico because of its numerous mines.
84		Aculco De Espinoza	México	2015	Located between the mountains, spectacular rocks and waterfalls, Aculco is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the state. Here embroidery and blankets are made by hand, the fabrics are made from wool and fibers obtained from the Maguey agave. These are quichems, blankets, sarapes, scarves, gloves and belts.
85		Atlixco	Puebla	2015	The city is located in the Valle de Cristo in a subtropical climate. Lucerne is grown, as are vegetables and flowers. Avocados are a specialty (Aguacates).
86		Candela	Coahuila	2015	Main square well worth seeing. There are beautiful mountain ranges in the area around Candela. Los Carrisitos consists of pools. It's also a great place to enjoy a carne asada (name for a Mexican-style grill). Las Lajitas is part of the Candela River that runs downstream into the city. It is remarkable for the shape of its rocks, hence the name "Las Lajitas". El Ojo de Agua is a thermal spring.
87		Casas Grandes	Chihuahua	2015	Archaeological site Paquimé, since 1998 in the list of UNESCO world heritage
88		Coscomatepec de Bravo	Veracruz	2015	Coscomatepec is located at the foot of the 5,636 m high Citlaltépetl volcano. Worth seeing: Ixtayucan church from the 17th century, the Virrey bridge, the Tetlalpan Museumwhich contains a collection of more than three thousand photographs and archaeological pieces from the Totonac, Olmec and Teotihuacan cultures.
89		Guerrero	Coahuila	2015	The historic center with houses from the 18th and 19th centuries is well worth a visit La Pedrera Park, the sea El Bañadero, the ex Mission San Bernardo. Not so nice: in June 2011 numerous victims of the drug war were found in 20 pits.
90		Huauchinango	Puebla	2015	The city palace impresses with its double arches, the long continuous balcony and the simple elegance with the obligatory portals. The monastery complex from the 17th century is located in a street. The church of Santa María La Asunción deserves special mention, it has a dome 84 m in diameter and 25 m high.
91		Huautla de Jimenez	Oaxaca	2015	Huautla is surrounded by mountains, rivers, waterfalls and caves. The city is also known for its traditional medicine, which also includes various herbs and mushrooms. The healer lived here Maria Sabina, their knowledge is in María Sabina House Museum collected. The healing rituals, the cathedral of St. John, the grottoes of San Sebastián or Sótano de San Agustín, the healing rituals are worth seeing.
92		Isla Mujeres	Quintana Roo	2015	The island on the Caribbean coast is popular for its natural beauty. Worth seeing: the beach Lancheros Beach, the museum Museo Subacuático de Arte, MUSA, the Parque Garrafón. There is also a turtle hatchery and a dolphin center.
93		Ixtapan de la Sal	México	2015	Ixtapan de la Sal has several thermal springs in the vicinity of which international hotels are located. For the little ones: the Ixtapan Water Park. Buildings: "La Asunción de María" from the 16th century, "Plaza de los Martires". boulevard Arturo San Roman Boulevard with sculptures. Cave system Las Grutas de la Estrella.
94		Linares	Nuevo León	2015	Agriculture is practiced in the region around Linares, mainly beef and citrus fruits. Worth seeing: Former Hacienda de Guadalupe, Cathedral of St. Philip the Apostle, aqueduct from the colonial era.
95		Mascota	Jalisco	2015	Worth seeing: Basílica de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores, Museo Estatal de Arqueología, Zona Arqueológica El Pantano, Cascada El Coamil de las Naranjas, Laguna de Juanacatlán, Laguna de Yerbabuena
96		Mazunte	Oaxaca	2015	Mazunte is on the coast of the Pacific. The place owes its name to a blue crab that is very numerous in the area. Mazunte is known for the Mexican National Turtle Center i and the Cosméticos Naturales de Mazunte. Beautiful beaches: Playa Rinconcito, Playa Bermejita.
97		Mocorito	Sinaloa	2015	Worth seeing: Church of the Immaculate Conception (Purísima Concepción). Parque Alameda. Río Mocorito. Portal de los Peregrinos. Zona arqueológica La Estancia. Museo de Historia Regional de Mocorito.
98		Orizaba	Veracruz	2015	Orizaba is surrounded by mountains, one of which is the volcano Citlaltépetl, better known in colloquial language as Pico de Orizaba, with its 5,636 meters is also the highest mountain in Mexico. Worth seeing: Castillo Mier y Pesado, Catedral de San Miguel Arcángel, Museo de Arte del Estado, Palacio de Hierro, Palacio Municipal.
99		Palenque	Chiapas	2015	The former metropolis of the Maya was transformed into the UNESCO World Heritage Site recorded. The Lak Puj Kul Textile Museum on the city's main square offers a wide range of Chiapas textile productions. There are two municipalities in the vicinity of the city Lacandons. Their tourist centers offer jungle tours.
100		San Joaquín	Querétaro	2015	Colorful place with partly narrow and steep streets. Worth seeing: Zona Arqueológica Las Ranas. Parque Nacional Campo Alegre. Cascadas Maravillas. Cascada y Pinturas Rupestres "El Durazno". Cerro de San Antonio
101		San Jose de Gracia	Aguascalientes	2015	San José is located in the foothills of the Sierra Fria, with its oak and pine forests, as well as its grasslands and scrub. In the tourist offer there are extreme sports as well as charreada (Rodeo) and bike tours. The culinary offer includes specialties such as quince with cheese. A special feature is the figure of the Cristo Roto, the 25 m high figure reflects the fate of the indigenous people.
102		San Pablo Villa de Mitla	Oaxaca	2015	The palaces of the pre-colonial site of Mitla are well worth a visit. The parish churches San Pablo comes from the 16./17. JH. In the center of the village the Museo Frisell de Arte Zapoteca Mitla. Las cascadas petrificadas de Hierve el Agua. Archaeological sites Yagul, Dainzú, Lambityeco.
103		San Pedro y San Pablo Teposcolula	Oaxaca	align = "center" | 2015	Worth seeing: Cerro Jazmín archaeological site and remains / Yucundaa, Church of San Pedro y San Pablo was built around 1650, main altar in the late Baroque style of the Churriguerism Handicraft: Products are embroidered textiles and pieces woven from palm leaves. Cacica house. House and square Arvea. Odriozola house and square. Dance of the masks
104		Sayulita	Nayarit	2015	Located on the Riviera Nayarit, for beginners and experienced surfers, for cosmopolitans and for those who live in seclusion Huicholen. There are architectural treasures from the colonial era, modern marinas, huge mangrove areas, luxurious accommodation options and those for fans of alternative tourism.
105		Talpa de Allende	Jalisco	2015	Worth seeing: Basilica, altar and image of the Virgin of the Rosary of Talpa, Bicentennial Forum, Alameda Park, monumental entrance arch to Talpa, several chapels, pilgrim memorial
106		Tecozautla	Hidalgo	2015	Archaeological site of Pañhú, a natural geyser in Mexico, Hualtepec or Cerro del Astillero, rock paintings, Taxhidó, sources of thermal water baths from 35 to 38 degrees, the clock tower of Tecozautla
107		Teotihuacan de Arista	México	2015	Teotihuacán de Arista, formerly San Juan Teotihuacán, is one of the most visited places in Mexico. The development of the Teotihuacan culture began around 500 BC. At that time, the sun and moon pyramids, the temple of Quetzalcóatl and the market, surrounded by numerous other buildings, were built. However, one should also note the churches built 2000 years later such as el Templo de Nuestra Señora de la Purificación or el Ex Convento de San Juan Bautistanot to forget the Botanical Garden of the Cacti right next to the pyramid of the sun.
108		Tlaxco	Tlaxcala	2015	Tlaxco is located between mountains, forests and the Atlangauepec lagoon, it is the destination of lovers of outdoor activities and ecotourism. Also worth seeing are the cave paintings in the caves of La Parada and La Gloria. And of course the obligatory chapels like Capilla del Calvario and Capilla de la Virgen de Lourdes.
109		Tulum	Quintana Roo	2015	Tulum is a coastal city on the Riviera Maya. Sehenswert: das Schloss, Kukulcán, der Tempel der Fresken und der Tempel des absteigenden Gottes. Tulum Reef Unterwasser Naturmuseum. In der archäologischen Zone werden Touren durchgeführt. In den Cenoten sind Aktivitäten wie Tauchen möglich, Schwimmen und Sonnen an den Stränden. Inzwischen werden in Tulum auch Spanisch-Sprachkurse angeboten.
110		Villa del Carbón	México	2015	In der Kolonialzeit wurde in der Umgebung des Ortes aus den Wäldern Kohle erzeugt. Heute basiert die Wirtschaft der Gemeinde hauptsächlich auf Land- und Forstwirtschaft, der Herstellung von Lederwaren und dem Tourismus. Es gibt zahlreiche Bäche, Flüsse und Dämme, die für Wassersport und Forellenfischen geeignet sind zum campen. Der Ort beherbergt einen national anerkannten Veranstaltungsort, an dem große Charreada -Veranstaltungen stattfinden
111		Zozocolco de Hidalgo	Veracruz	2015	Zozocolco hat etliche Sehenswürdigkeiten wie die Iglesia San Miguel Arcángel, die Wasserfälle Cascada del diablo, Cascada de Guerrero and Cascadas de Zozocolco, den Mirador del Curato, aber auch die Umwelt-Organisation "El Jabalí", ein Reservat, das sich um die Erhaltung und Erhaltung der Tierwelt bemüht.
112		Nombre de Dios	Durango	2018	Die Kleinstadt liegt am Camino Real de Tierra Adentro und ist damit auch Teil des UNESCO-Weltkulturerbes. In der Umgebung des Ortes gibt es zahlreiche Wälder. Beeindruckend sind die Wasserfälle el Saltito mit einer Höhe von 20 m. Sehenswert das Ex convento de San Francisco and the Iglesia de Amado Nervo sowie die Hacienda de San Quintín Balneario.
113		Melchor Múzquiz	Coahuila	2018	Die Stadt ist ein Mosaik aus Kultur, Geschichte und Natur. Sehenswert: der Fluss Sabina mit seinem Wasserfall, die Pfarrkirche Iglesia parroquial de Santa Rosa de Lima, die Museen Museo histórico de Múzquiz and Museo de Paleontología, the Parque La Cascada and the Plaza principal.
114		Comonfort	Guanajuato	2018	Die Stadt Comonfort wurde nach einem ehemaligen Präsidenten benannt, vor 1874 hieß sie Chamacuero. Eine Besonderheit ist der Gebrauch der Küchenutensilien Molcajete and Teolote (Mörser und Stößel). Es gibt auch Workshops. Sehenswert: Antiguo Palacio Municipal, Centro Histórico, Parroquia de San Francisco, Zona arqueológica de Orduña de Abajo, Zona Arqueológica Los Remedios. Als Souvenire findet man Textilien oder auch Körbe, Tascales; Molcajetes, Metate und Steinfiguren.
115		Zimapán	Hidalgo	2018	Der Ort ist umgeben von Bergen. In den Dörfern wurde übeerwiegend Landwirtschaft betrieben, angebaut wurden Mais, Bohnen und Gemüse, es gab auch Weideland. Sehenswert: die Kirche Iglesia de San Juan Bautista, die Zimapán-Talsperre
116		Tlaquepaque	Jalisco	2018	Die Stadt verfügt über ein sehenswertes historisches Zentrum. This includes Casa Histórica, Centro Cultural El Refugio, Galerías de arte, Museo Regional de la Cerámica, Palacio Municipal. An Kunstgewerbe gibt es Angebote aus Keramik, geschnitztem Holz und bearbeitetem Leder an. Ebenso Stoffe, Glas-, Metall- oder Pappmaché-Arbeiten.
117		Compostela	Nayarit	2018	Compostela means Feld der Sterne. Die Stadt verfügt über Grünflächen wie die begrünte Plaza Mayor, daneben ist die Kirche Santiago Apostól, ein Museum bestehend aus zwei permanenten Räumen, dem ersten der Archäologie, dem zweiten der Geschichte. Es werden Lederarbeiten hergestellt, so z.B. Satteltaschen oder andere Utensilien für Reittiere.
118		Amealco de Bonfil	Querétaro	2018	Der Ort liegt auf einer Höhe von rund 2.500 m, der Boden ist fruchtbar und wird großteils als Ackerland, zum geringeren Teil als Weide oder Wald genutzt. An Aktivitäten werden Camping, Mountainbiken, Wandern und Ökotourismus und angeboten. Eine Besonderheit sind handgefertigte Puppen, sie gelten als immaterielles Kulturerbe von Querétaro - von Otomi-Frauen geschaffen, so sehr, dass sie ihr Puppenmuseum haben, in dem sie diese Kunstwerke ausstellen. Man kann hier Puppen aus 18 Staaten von Mexiko bewundern.
119		Aquismón	San Luis Potosí	2018	Der Ort Aquismón ist ein Spielplatz für Abenteurer. Abseilen, Klettern, Wandern, Kajakfahren, Mountainbiken, Fallschirmspringen, Rafting oder Wingsuitfliege in einer spektakulären Umgebung, wie am 105 m hohen Tamul-Wasserfall oder im Sótano de las Golondrinas, dem „spektakulärsten natürlichen Abgrund Mexikos“ mit einer Öffnung von 60 Metern und einer Tiefe von ca. 512 Metern. Es geht aber auch anders: Im Mercado de La Mora finden Sie die Frauen der Teenek-Community, die ihre unglaublichen Textilien sticken. Dort werden auch Kaffee, Vanille, Piloncillo und Kunsthandwerk angeboten.
120		Bustamante	Nuevo León	2018	Hauptattraktion von Bustamante ist das Höhlensystem mit seinen Grotten. Ferner: die Felsmalereien von Chiquihuitillos, der Parque Recreativo El Cañón, eine Fábrica de mezcal
121		Guadalupe	Zacatecas	2018	Guadelupe ist Teil des „Camino Real de Tierra Adentro“, der von der UNESCO zum Weltkulturerbe erklärt wurde. Nach der Eroberung der Region durch die Spanier begann der Abbau von Erzen (Silber, Kupfer, Blei, Zink), parallel dazu wurde Landwirtschaft zur Versorgung der Minenarbeiter aufgebaut. Sehenswert sind aus jener Zeit etliche Kirchen und Haziendas sowie einige Museen. Im Angebot der heimischen Handwerker sind rustikale Möbel, Steinfiguren und gewebte Stoffe.

Ehemalige Pueblos Mágicos

Nr.	Bild	place	State	Jahr der Verleihung	Austragung / Besonderheiten
1		San Miguel de Allende	Guanajuato	2002	2008 entfernt, da Aufnahme der befestigten Stadt in das UNESCO-Welterbe Sehenswert: Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel, Plaza de Allende
2		Tepoztlán	Morelos	2001	2009 entfernt 2012 wieder aufgenommen
3		Mexcaltitán	Nayarit	2001	Künstliche Insel vor der Küste von Nayarit, das "mexikanische Venedig". Die Haupttouristenattraktion der Insel sind die farbenfrohen Häuser mit traditionellen wasserfesten Dächern. 2009 entfernt
4		Papantla	Veracruz	2006	2009 entfernt 2012 wieder aufgenommen

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Die zugehörigen Namen fehlen, sie stören das Bild.

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Karte von Mexiko mit Pueblos Mágicos

Web links

• Homepage des Secretaría de Turismo, Ministerium
• Offizielles Tourismusportal
• Visit Mexico Pueblos Magicos